Belichick just concluded his press conference with a lengthy appreciation for Air Force and all service academies. Talked about what an honor it was to address the Navy football team last weekend. “It was the most nervous I’ve ever been.” https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DOsSt7uW0AIoN9S.jpg

#Patriots coach Bill Belichick addressed the Naval Academy football team last week. “Probably as nervous as I’ve been talking to a group in quite a while ... Just something about looking at that group of kids, it’s a little bit different than looking at any other team.” https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DOsxeRuUQAA2jcJ.jpg

Danny Amendola (knee), Martellus Bennett (shoulder/hamstring), Cassius Marsh (shoulder) Malcom Brown (ankle) and Eric Rowe (groin) were also limited along with Branch. Bennett had been listed with just a shoulder injury.